Biomedical Engineering Technologist

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Manitoba is seeking a Clinical Engineering professional who will integrate patient-centered services. The role requires a diploma in Biomedical Engineering Technology and registration with CTTAM. Candidates must possess strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure, with duties including medical equipment maintenance and adherence to safety protocols. This is an in-person position with a commitment to making healthcare better.

Qualifications

• Prior experience directly related to Clinical or Biomedical Engineering is preferred.
• Must have a valid Manitoba driver’s license.
• Must be able to lift equipment weighing approximately 25 kg.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and integrate patient-centered clinical health services.
• Conduct maintenance and support for medical equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and protocols.

Skills

Working knowledge of plumbing, hydraulics and/or electronic installations

Knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology

Good English communication skills

Good interpersonal skills

Organizational and time management skills

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Ability to work under pressure

Proficiency in PC use and office productivity software

Education

Graduation from an Electronics Technology or specific Biomedical Engineering Technology program

Tools

Electronic maintenance tools

Job description

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.

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Site: Shared Health - Seven Oaks General Hospital

Department / Unit: Clinical Engineering Renal

Job Stream: Clinical Support

Union: CUPE

Anticipated Start Date: 05/04/2026

FTE: 1.00

Anticipated Shift: Days;Evenings;Weekends;Standby coverage as required

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Position Overview

Experience

• Prior experience directly related to Clinical or Biomedical Engineering preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduation from an Electronics Technology or specific Biomedical Engineering Technology program from an accredited education institution required.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Registration with CTTAM (Certified Technicians and Technologists Association of Manitoba Inc.) required.
• Registration as student, technician, or provisional technologist member may be considered.
• Must have, or obtain within six months of completion of experience eligibility requirement, certification as an Engineering Technologist by CTTAM (Certified Technicians and Technologists Association of Manitoba Inc.).
• Certification as a Certified Biomedical Engineering Technologist (CBET(c)) with The Canadian Board of Examiners for Biomedical Engineering Technologists and Technicians would be an asset.

Qualifications and Skills

• Working knowledge of plumbing, hydraulics and/or electronic installations is an asset.
• The position requires a demonstrated knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology. Can be obtained by CD, class, distance or self-study, if not previously obtained.
• Good English communication skills, both written and oral.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Must have good organizational and time management skills, the ability to grasp concepts quickly, and a strong customer service focus.
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision, both independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to work under pressure and make decisions using sound judgement.
• Proficiency in PC use and office productivity software applications such as word processor, spreadsheet and database is required.
• Position involves walking fairly long distances, long periods of standing, and lifting equipment, supplies, parts, etc. (approximately 25 kg).
• The position routinely involves working with small delicate instrumentation requiring manual dexterity and normal vision, with or without correction.
• Incumbents may be exposed to solvents used as cleaning agents for solder flux remover, switch cleaners and other chemicals used in electronic maintenance.
• May be required to travel throughout the service area requiring a valid Manitoba driver’s license and use of a personal motor vehicle.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

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This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodationsare available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous People within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.